ThinkPad notebook computer battery packs
CPSC Recall #14-142 — March 27, 2014
Product
ThinkPad notebook computer battery packs
Description
The battery packs, which were sold with computers and separately, can overheat.
Hazard
The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Lenovo has received two reports of the battery packs overheating, resulting in damage to the computer, battery pack and nearby property. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off their ThinkPad notebook computer, remove the battery pack and contact Lenovo for a free replacement battery pack. Consumers can continue to use their ThinkPad notebook without the battery pack by plugging in the AC adapter and power cord.
Units Affected
About 34,500 in the United States and 2,900 in Canada
Sold At
Computer and electronics stores, authorized dealers and online at www.lenovo.com nationwide from October 2010 through April 2011 for between $350 and $3,000 when sold as part of ThinkPad notebook computers. The battery packs were also sold separately for between $80 and $150.
Manufactured In
China